I've done it! My first poetry collection is finally out there! Wow, it's been an amazing journey, the last few months being full of challenges and obstacles. I've had to lock myself away for long periods of time to get through the final hurdles of giving the book some coherence and form. Thank you to … Continue reading First poetry collection…
I had never really thought of exhibiting my work but for the last three years my husband had mentioned it several times that I should submit it somewhere. I guess when I think about it, my relationship with my art isn't like the poetry I create. It doesn't have to be shared and it's always … Continue reading Art exhibition at Direct Art Action
Just finished the collection of birds but as I’m looking at them even now, I can’t help thinking there will be more…maybe an eagle or a crow. Will see. I have really enjoyed working with pen and ink. It’s so close to the art of writing - the same level of dexterity, use of muscle … Continue reading Birds
I wanted to study Art at school but it wasn't the done thing in our household to 'waste time on such futile subjects.' So, I guess the creative in me translated herself in poetry. Art was and still is my first love so it wasn't easy, so late in life when I'm almost 50, to … Continue reading Reconnecting with Art after many years.
Nabila Jameel 